Chemical Symbol: Cl2
Description
Chlorine is a corrosive and toxic gas with a greenish-yellow color.
It is nonflammable, has a pungent odor and is almost 2.5 times heavier
than air. In liquid form, it has an amber color and is almost 1.5 times
heavier than water. Even though chlorine is not flammable, it can support
the combustion of other gases as many chemicals react rapidly when
exposed to chlorine.
Uses
Chlorine is mostly used in production of chemicals. It can also be
used to manufacture bleach or sodium hypochlorite solutions. Chlorine
is used in bleaching pulp, paper and textiles, as well as purification
of drinking and swimming water. Other uses are sanitation of industrial
sewage waste and purification of aluminum.
